Ma Faamii Manager

POSITION TITLE: Ma Faamii Manager

DEPARTMENT: Ma Faamii

CLASSIFICATION: MGO-08

SALARY RANGE: Starting at $90,203.00 Per Annum

POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Permanent

LOCATION: Saskatchewan

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Child and Family Services and Ma Faamii

Under the direction of the Director of Child and Family Services & Ma Faamii, the Ma Faamii Manager will provide strategic leadership to Ma Faamii’s Operation Supervisors and Citizen Support Workers and guide Ma Faamii Service Centre’s through its growth and expansion of services as needed. The Ma Faamii Manager will establish and maintain strong internal and external partnerships. They will ensure fiscal accountability for the Ma Faamii, oversee effective operations, policies, and ensure programs and projects follow internal financial controls and are in compliance with internal and external funding agreements to ensure it is meeting its objectives and outcomes.

• Provide strategic leadership to Ma Faamiis under the guidance of the Director of Child and Family Services & Ma Faamii including developing a strategic plan that is in alignment with the MN-S.
• Supporting the Ma Faamii Operations Supervisors with implementing the annual strategic plan, communications strategy, workplan, and operational and capital budgets.
• Proactively address any internal or external challenges to achieving the strategic goals and objectives of Ma Faamii.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with service partners including MN-S government Ministries, provincial and federal government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• As a team explore innovative ways to address Métis Nation–Saskatchewan’s strategic priorities and improve the lives of Métis citizens.
• Build awareness with respect to the MN–S governance structure including the Constitution of Métis Nation–Saskatchewan.
• Build programs as an advocate and role model for Métis Cultural enhancement and awareness.
• Recruit and retain a team of experienced Operation Supervisors focused on achieving the strategic goals and objectives of Ma Faamii.
• Create a culture of transparency, accountability, and open communication throughout Ma Faamii.
• Recognize, evaluate, and reduce financial, legal, and reputational risks.
• As a Ma Faamii team member, contribute to the creation and continued improvement of data collection processes, including the development of a database for program delivery.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Ma Faamii including.

• Provide reporting to the Ma Faamii Working Group to ensure Ma Faamii is meeting its intended objectives and outcomes.
• Identify opportunities, build partnerships, and retain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders in alignment with strategic vision and goals.
• Collaboratively work with other MN-S Ministries and Depts to promote programming.
• As part of the leadership team, support the Operations Coordinator(s) in developing clear policies and procedures specific to Ma Faamii that are in line with the overall MN–S policies.
• Ensure compliance with funding agreements and internal financial policies and practices.
• Ensure clear communication, engagement, and collaborative consultation with the Minister’s assigned portfolio.

• Oversee 5 Ma Faamii Service Centres located across the province, with an additional 7 remote staff.
• Develop and recommend innovative approaches in service delivery through the Ma Faamii Centres that address the unique needs of Métis citizens.
• Ensures organisational needs are met including:
• Establish and recommend short and long-term strategic planning including workplan development, budgeting, variance reporting, and financial and operational reporting.
• Ensures alignment with strategic…